Abstract; Introduction To Windows Server 2008 - HP 124708-001 - ProLiant Cluster - 1850 Implementation Manual

Abstract

This integration note describes the level of support available for Microsoft
on HP ProLiant servers. The purpose of this paper is to assist customers during installation of the
Windows Server 2008 operating system (OS). For more information, visit the HP website:
www.hp.com/go/ws2008.
Key topics addressed in this paper:
Supported configurations of ProLiant servers
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• Recommended system configuration and server platforms
Supported software, storage options, and network adapters
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Procedures for new installations
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• Known issues with workarounds
Microsoft provides Windows Server 2008 in the following editions:
• X86 edition
• X64 edition for systems with of the following processors:
– Intel Xeon Processors with Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology (EM64T)
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– Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD64) Opteron
• Web edition
NOTE
To obtain a trial version of the Windows Server 2008 OS visit
Microsoft's website:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/en/us/trial-
software.aspx .

Introduction to Windows Server 2008

Windows Server 2008 builds on a solid foundation based on the strength and success of preceding
Windows server OSs while adding new functionality to the base OS. Designed to power the next
generation of network applications and web services, Windows Server 2008 will help administrators
manage and deliver a rich, more secure user experience that will help save time and reduce IT
infrastructure costs.
IMPORTANT
Windows Server 2008 uses DVD media and requires a server
configured with either a USB DVD-ROM or an IDE DVD-ROM for
local installations. For customers without IDE DVD-capable servers,
copy the Windows Server 2008 media to a network share.
Current iLO firmware contains support for virtual DVD media;
however, the installation is much slower than local installations.
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